‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ Author Bets on Cryptocurrency’s Limited Supply
Robert Kiyosaki, author of the financial bestseller “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” has stated that Bitcoin’s fixed supply gives the cryptocurrency an advantage over gold among his favorite alternative assets. In his May 7, 2025 post on social network X, the financial expert emphasized that the hard-coded limit of 21 million coins makes Bitcoin a more reliable store of value compared to traditional assets such as gold and silver. Despite his special regard for the first cryptocurrency, Kiyosaki remains optimistic about all three assets, asserting that they have strong potential to protect wealth during an economic crisis, the inevitability of which he has long and persistently warned about.
Fixed Supply Versus Market Elasticity
In his reasoning, Kiyosaki draws on his own experience as an investor in gold, silver, and oil. He argues that Bitcoin’s fixed supply, coded into its protocol, creates predictable scarcity, whereas the supply of traditional commodities can increase in response to rising prices.
“One reason why I trust Bitcoin is there are only to ever be 21 million. I own gold and silver mines and oil wells. If the price of gold, silver, or oil goes up, I will simply mine or drill for more, expanding supply,” Kiyosaki explained.
This fundamental difference, according to the financier, gives Bitcoin a significant advantage as a long-term store of value. While increasing commodity prices typically stimulate expanded production, which can dilute their long-term value, Bitcoin’s supply remains unchanged regardless of price.
“Kiyosaki’s argument about the inelasticity of Bitcoin’s supply does indeed have an economic foundation,” comments Michael Voronov, financial analyst and cryptocurrency expert. “Historically, we’ve seen how rising prices for precious metals led to increased investments in exploration and development of new deposits. Bitcoin, however, represents a fundamentally different model where supply limitation is an integral characteristic of the asset.”
Additionally, Kiyosaki has previously emphasized the value of Bitcoin’s decentralized nature, which makes the cryptocurrency resistant to government and central bank interference. This aspect is particularly important in light of his long-standing warnings about an inevitable economic crisis and potential devaluation of fiat currencies.
Investment Strategy in Anticipation of Economic Downturn
Despite seeing technological and economic advantages in Bitcoin, Kiyosaki is not abandoning investments in traditional protective assets. The financial expert remains optimistic about all three assets—Bitcoin, gold, and silver—claiming they have strong potential to preserve wealth during an economic crisis.
Particularly interesting is that Kiyosaki has recently become increasingly bullish on silver. He believes the white metal could double in value by 2026, noting that investors will likely flock to it once the stock market collapses.
“Investors’ optimism about silver is also tied to its growing industrial demand, particularly in sectors such as solar energy, electric vehicles, electronics, arms manufacturing, medical equipment, and water purification,” the article notes.
“Diversification between digital and physical assets is a sensible strategy in conditions of uncertainty,” believes Elena Sokolova, managing director of investment fund Alternative Assets Capital. “Kiyosaki’s forecasts about silver are especially interesting, considering the dual nature of this metal as both a store of value and industrial raw material. With the development of green technologies and transport electrification, demand for silver could indeed increase significantly.”
While the financial expert predicts potential growth for Bitcoin to $1 million in the long term, he also sees significant potential in more traditional protective assets, indicating a comprehensive approach to investing in conditions of expected economic instability.
Current Market Trends and Prospects
Among Kiyosaki’s preferred alternative assets, gold has shown the strongest momentum in 2025, as investors seek safe-haven options amid escalating trade tensions. Meanwhile, Bitcoin has largely consolidated, trading below the $100,000 mark.
“The rise in gold prices in 2025 is not surprising, given the current geopolitical tensions and trade conflicts,” explains Alexander Petrov, senior analyst for commodity markets at Global Commodities Research. “Traditionally, gold responds to uncertainty faster than younger asset classes. However, the structural advantages of Bitcoin that Kiyosaki speaks of may manifest over a longer perspective.”
Interestingly, Kiyosaki’s predictions regarding Bitcoin extend far beyond current price levels. His long-term prediction of a price of $1 million per Bitcoin suggests growth potential of more than 10 times from current levels. However, experts urge caution when interpreting such optimistic forecasts.
“While Bitcoin’s limited supply does indeed create long-term growth potential, it’s important to consider other factors affecting its price, including the regulatory environment, technological limitations, and the level of mass adoption,” Sokolova warns. “Predictions of extreme price levels should always be taken with a certain degree of skepticism.”
Nevertheless, Kiyosaki’s arguments about Bitcoin’s fundamental advantage over gold in the context of fixed supply resonate with many investors and analysts. In a world where central banks continue to experiment with monetary policy, assets with predictable supply may indeed represent special value.
For investors considering Kiyosaki’s recommendations, the key takeaway might not be choosing between Bitcoin and gold, but rather understanding the unique advantages of each asset and forming a balanced portfolio capable of withstanding various economic scenarios.